Tiruchirappalli to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte flights
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte lies 457 km (284 mi) south of Tiruchirappalli, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 20 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Tiruchirappalli | Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 1 million | 115,826 |
| Elevation | 79 m (259 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
| Nearest large airport | TRZ, 6 km out | RML, 7 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
Crossing from India into Sri Lanka: money changes from the Rupee to the Rupee (LKR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +94; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2807090.
Airports at each end
Leaving Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,115 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,013 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB, 33 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombo Ratmalana International Airport | RML | 7 km (4 mi) | 6,013 ft | 22 ft |
| Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | CMB | 33 km (21 mi) | 10,991 ft | 30 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte from Tiruchirappalli?
457 km (284 mi) in a straight line, south of Tiruchirappalli.
How long does it take to get from Tiruchirappalli to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte by air?
About 1 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tiruchirappalli and Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tiruchirappalli to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte flights?
Typically Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) to Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML); Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte also has CMB.
What currency do I need in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
The Rupee (LKR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.